Shetland Marks Norway's 1814 Constitution Day With Memorial Service and Lerwick Parade
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Updated · Shetland News · May 17
Shetland Marks Norway's 1814 Constitution Day With Memorial Service and Lerwick Parade
4 articles · Updated · Shetland News · May 17
Scalloway held a memorial service at the Shetland Bus monument on Saturday, while Lerwick staged a parade through Commercial Street and flew the Norwegian flag above town hall.
Davie Sandison said Norway's national day celebrates both historic significance and children and the future, using the event to urge Shetland schools to build collaboration with Norway.
1814 remains the focus of the holiday, which commemorates the signing of Norway's constitution and is observed nationwide in Norway.
Shetland's links to Norway stretch back to the 15th century, and were reinforced in World War Two when Scalloway and Lunna House supported the covert Shetland Bus operation.
Beyond historical parades, what modern collaborations are being built between Shetland and Norway for future generations?
Does celebrating deep Norwegian heritage help Shetland forge a unique cultural identity separate from mainland Scotland?
Will Shetland's celebrated Norwegian ties translate into real opportunities for students in its current education review?